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Mercedes Marco Polo vs Toyota Land Cruiser - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (237 HP vs 205 HP), boot space and price (57500 £ vs 70700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Marco Polo or Toyota Land Cruiser?

Mercedes Marco Polo

Toyota Land Cruiser

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Land Cruiser

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mercedes Marco Polo has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 57500 £ , while the Toyota Land Cruiser costs 70700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13220 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes Marco Polo manages with 7.40 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Toyota Land Cruiser with 10.60 L. The difference is about 3.20 L per 100 km.

Land Cruiser

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes Marco Polo has a slightly edge – offering 237 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 32 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes Marco Polo is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Toyota Land Cruiser takes 12.30 s. That’s about 4.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes Marco Polo performs distinct better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Toyota Land Cruiser tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

Both models offer the same torque – 500 Nm.

Land Cruiser

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Toyota Land Cruiser offers clearly more seating capacity – 7 vs 4.

In curb weight, Mercedes Marco Polo is hardly perceptible lighter – 2450 kg compared to 2610 kg. The difference is around 160 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Toyota Land Cruiser offers hardly perceptible more room – 742 L compared to 670 L. That’s a difference of about 72 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Marco Polo performs significantly better – up to 4630 L, which is about 2735 L more than the Toyota Land Cruiser.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes Marco Polo a bit takes the win – 650 kg compared to 540 kg. That’s a difference of about 110 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Marco Polo is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

Mercedes Marco Polo
Toyota Land Cruiser

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Mercedes Marco Polo

  • Engine Type : Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 163 - 237 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.4 - 8.3 L

Mercedes Marco Polo

The Mercedes Marco Polo is a posh, travel-ready camper that blends van practicality with Mercedes comfort, turning long trips into glamping adventures rather than endurance tests. Clever interior packaging and sensible luxury make it a top pick for buyers who want the prestige of a star on the grille without losing everyday usefulness.

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Toyota Land Cruiser

The Toyota Land Cruiser is the kind of SUV that makes you feel ready to abandon the map and take the long way home, with legendary go-anywhere capability wrapped in reassuringly solid build quality. Inside it's surprisingly comfortable and grown-up — a practical luxury for buyers who want reliability and presence rather than fleeting flash.

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Mercedes Marco Polo
Toyota Land Cruiser

Costs and Consumption

Price
57500 - 82600 £
Price
70700 - 79300 £
Consumption L/100km
7.4 - 8.3 L
Consumption L/100km
10.6 - 10.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
194 - 218 g/km
co2
278 - 284 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
4
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2450 - 2545 kg
Curb weight
2610 kg
Trunk capacity
670 L
Trunk capacity
143 - 742 L
Length
5140 mm
Length
4925 mm
Width
1928 mm
Width
1980 mm
Height
1975 mm
Height
1935 mm
Max trunk capacity
4630 L
Max trunk capacity
1829 - 1895 L
Payload
555 - 650 kg
Payload
540 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 237 HP
Power HP
205 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.30 s
Max Speed
188 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
170 km/h
Torque
380 - 500 Nm
Torque
500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Power kW
151 kW
Engine capacity
1950 cm3
Engine capacity
2755 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Toyota
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes Marco Polo have?

The Mercedes Marco Polo is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.